Fokker Fokker F50
Summary
| Category | Transport aircraft |
| Origin country | 🇳🇱 Netherlands |
| First flight | 28 December 1985 |
| Year of introduction | 1987 |
| Number produced | 213 units |
Description
The Fokker F50 is a military aircraft that was developed by Fokker in the late 1980s. It was designed as a regional turboprop aircraft, primarily intended for civilian use but also adapted for military applications. With a modest size and capacity, the F50 offers a versatile platform for various missions. It features advanced avionics and systems for improved operational efficiency, and is equipped with a range of communication and sensor equipment to support military operations. The F50 has been deployed by several air forces around the world for purposes such as transport, surveillance, and maritime patrol, demonstrating its adaptable nature and reliability.
Technical specifications
| Version: F50 ME2 | |
|---|---|
| Maximum speed | 526 km/h (327 mph) |
| Wing area | 70 m² (753.5 sqft) |
| Wingspan | 29 m (95.1 ft) |
| Height | 8.3 m (27.3 ft) |
| Length | 25.3 m (82.8 ft) |
| Service ceiling | 7620 m (25000 ft) |
| Empty weight | 12250 kg (27007 lbs) |
| Max. takeoff weight | 20820 kg (45900 lbs) |
| Powerplant | 2 × turboprops Pratt & Whitney Canada PW125B delivering 1864 kW |
Current operating countries
| Country | Units | ||
|---|---|---|---|
|
Singapore | 9 | |
|
Peru | 6 | |
Numbers in parentheses, e.g. '(+5)', indicate units ordered but not yet delivered.
All operators
Netherlands • Peru • Singapore